Sen Trope
| "Sen Trope" | ||||
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| Single by Azis | ||||
| from the album Azis 2014 | ||||
| English title | "Saint-Tropez" | |||
| Released | 13 December 2011 | |||
| Genre | ||||
| Length | 3:32 | |||
| Label | Diapason Records | |||
| Composer | Martin Biolchev | |||
| Lyricist | Vasil Boyanov | |||
| Azis singles chronology | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Sen Trope" on YouTube | ||||
"Sen Trope" (Bulgarian: Сен Тропе, lit. 'Saint-Tropez') is a song by Bulgarian singer Azis, released on 13 December 2011 through Diapason Records. The song achieved significant popularity throughout the Balkans, particularly within the Balkan folk-pop and club music scenes. It became one of Azis' most internationally recognized songs.
The song inspired several adaptations and cover versions in the Balkan region. Among the best-known adaptations were "Fotia me fotia" by Greek laïko singer Panos Kiamos, "Saint Tropez" by Romanian manele singer Florin Salam, and "Ona to zna" by Serbian turbo-folk singer Dragan Kojić Keba. The song's melody became widely circulated through remixes, mashups, and online videos throughout the 2010s.
Background
The song was written by Azis and composed by Martin Biolchev. "Sen Trope" combines elements of Bulgarian folk-pop with contemporary dance-pop production. The track is characterized by repetitive chant-like refrains, including the phrase "A-le-le-ley", and lyrics referencing luxury tourist destinations such as Saint-Tropez, the Maldives, and Dubai.
Music video
The accompanying music video, directed by Lyudmil "Lyusi" Ilarionov, for "Sen Trope" features Azis dancing and voguing while wearing high heels and revealing costumes.
Cover versions
Panos Kiamos version
| "Fotia me Fotia" | ||||
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| Single by Panos Kiamos | ||||
| from the album Krystalla | ||||
| Released | July 1, 2012 | |||
| Genre | ||||
| Length | 3:47 | |||
| Label | Universal Music Greece | |||
| Composer | Martin Biolchev | |||
| Lyricist | Nikos Vaxavanelis | |||
| Panos Kiamos singles chronology | ||||
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In 2012, Greek laïko singer Panos Kiamos covered the Azis song titled "Fotia me Fotia" (Greek: Φωτιά Με Φωτιά) for his studio album Krystalla (Greek: Κρύσταλλα).
Charts
| Chart (2012) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Greece Digital Songs (Billboard) | 4 |
Florin Salam version
| "Saint Tropez" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Florin Salam | |
| Released | February 10, 2013 |
| Genre | |
| Length | 3:30 |
| Label | Big Man |
| Composer | Martin Biolchev |
In 2013, Romanian manele singer Florin Salam covered the Azis song titled "Saint Tropez".
Dragan Kojić Keba version
| "Ona to zna" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Dragan Kojić Keba | |
| from the album Fer ubica | |
| Released | 2013 |
| Genre | folk-pop |
| Length | 3:40 |
| Label | PGP-RTS |
| Composer | Martin Biolchev |
| Lyricist | Dragan Brajović Braja |
In 2013, Serbian turbo-folk singer Dragan Kojić Keba covered the Azis song titled "Ona to zna" (Serbian: Она то зна) for his studio album Fer ubica (Serbian: Фер убица).
In popular culture
In later years, "Sen Trope" developed a cult following online and continued circulating on social media platforms through remixes and memes.
References
- ↑ "Sen Trope - Azis Song Lyrics, Music Videos & Concerts". shazam.com. Retrieved 2026-05-24.
- ↑ "Covers of Сен Тропе by Azis". whosampled.com. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
- ↑ "Who produced "Сен Тропе (Sen Trope)" by Азис (Azis)?". genius.com. Retrieved 2026-05-24.
- ↑ "Сен Тропе (Sen trope) (English Translation) - Азис (Azis)". genius.com. Retrieved 2026-05-24.
- ↑ Goldman Kay, Jonah (2021-07-01). "Bulgarian Folk-Popstar Azis Enters a New Era". papermag.com. Retrieved 2026-05-24.
- 1 2 3 "Fotia Me Fotia - Song by Panos Kiamos". music.apple.com. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
- 1 2 "Πάνος Κιάμος – Φωτιά Με Φωτιά - File (AAC, Single), 2012 [r10788512]". Discogs. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
- ↑ "Από εδώ πήρε το «Φωτιά με φωτιά» ο Πάνος Κιάμος". newsbeast.gr (in Greek). 11 November 2012. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ↑ "Billboard" (PDF). Billboard. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Saint Tropez - Song by Florin Salam". music.apple.com. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Dragan Kojić Keba - Fer Ubica - CD (Album), 2013 [r6294808]". Discogs. Retrieved 24 May 2026.
- ↑ "Countries which copied Azis' Sen Trope". Reddit. Retrieved 24 May 2026.